We all have them hanging out in the freezer. Tons of ice cube trays. Sure, they are great for creating those icy squares that chill our drinks for us, but did you know that this typical household item is actually quite versatile? There are a bunch of things that you can do with those ice cube trays! From making your own yummy snacks to creating tiny little chocolate bars, we’ve compiled the best of the best uses for these awesome little trays!
#1 – Iced Coffee Cubes
If you enjoy a yummy cup of iced coffee in the morning, but hate how quickly the ice waters down your coffee, this trick should make mornings much easier! Freeze coffee into cubes and next time you want a cold cup of joe, toss a few in, and your coffee won’t be mostly water!
Source: Food’o Del Mundo
#2 – Herbed Butter
When you’re whipping up your next delicious meal creation and the recipe calls for butter, grab one of these delicious herbed butter cubes. They’ll melt down pretty quick and infuse your meal with a delectable flavor! You can use just about any herb that you can think of!
Source: Wishful Chef
#3 – Chocolate Cheesecake Bites
It’s late at night, and you’re hankering for a midnight snack of something sweet, and chocolaty! These itty bitty cheesecake bites are the perfect portion size and are super easy to make! They’d even make a wonderful treat at a cocktail party! Plus, they’re pretty cute, too!
Source: Damy Health
#4 – Super Charged Sangria
If you have leftover wine from that dinner party, freeze it! That way, next time you’re whipping up a tasty sangria for a hot summer day, throw these wine-cubes in along with the ice for a delicious flavor and added kick!
Source: Ponte Winery
#5 – Li’l Popsicles
When it’s terribly hot outside, cool off the kiddos (and yourself) with these tasty little popsicles! They’re the perfect size so as not to ruin an appetite, but enough to cool you off! Throw some fruit juice in an ice cube tray, and even some fruit!
Source: Whisked Foodie
#6 – Sushi Supper
Want to try your hand at making homemade sushi, but are unsure of your rolling skills? Not a problem! Grab an ice cube tray and use it as a mold, it’s the perfect size and portion! A tasty dish, indeed!
Source: Daily Candy
#7 – Garbage Disposal Drops
One chore that we dread is cleaning and freshening up the garbage disposal in our homes. But with these incredibly easy homemade cleaning “drops,” the chore becomes an afterthought! Freeze vinegar and a lemon wedge. Drop two down the disposal next time you want to clean it, and it’ll be over before you know it!
Source: The Tip Garden
#8 – Hot Cocoa On A Stick
What a fun gift these would make during the holidays! Friends, family, teachers, students, everyone would love them! All it takes is some melting chocolate, mini marshmallows and of course, the ice cube tray! Wrap up with a ribbon and you have a gorgeous and delicious gift! Giftees can stir a glass of hot milk with their cocoa on a stick and in 4-5 minutes will have one of the best cups of hot chocolate ever!
Source: 30 Pounds of Apples
#9 – Seed Starter
When it comes time to plant your garden and you’re ready to start the seeds, ice cube trays make the perfect size for doing so. Just drill a hole in the bottom so the plants can drain properly and soon your little seedlings will begin to germinate and before long you’ll have yourself the beautiful beginnings of a garden!
Source: Mr. Brown Thumb
#10 – Sugar Scrub Cubes
When you want that just-from-the-spa feeling but not the price tag, these homemade sugar scrub cubes are just the thing to give you that extra pampered feeling. Plus, they aren’t all gooey like the store bought ones! Add in any scents to suit your personal preferences and you’ll be making these cubes everyday!
Source: Henry Happened